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PolarNight Marathon
Tromsdalen, Norway
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Running Theme (Nature, Mountains & Coast)
Skyrunning Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
High-alpine skyraces across steep ridges, rock sections, and summits with extreme elevation-to-distance ratios. Browse 18 events (5 confirmed dates) and 93 races from 4 km to 290 km.
Events185 confirmed dates
Competitions93Races & courses
Distances4 - 290 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,400 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Sahara Marathon
Tinduf, Algeria
March 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+2
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Matterhorn Ultraks
Zermatt, Switzerland
August 20, 2027 to August 22, 2027Date confirmed
49 km32 km26 km19 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
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Challenge Vallée de la Drôme
Crest, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km85 km50 km39 km+5
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Lozère Trail
Chanac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
110 km52 km27 km25 km+3
ForestKids & Youth Races+11
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Raidlight Trail Festival
Sankt-Peter-Chartreuse, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
46 km33 km27 km24 km+2
MountainNature & Off-Road+6
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Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse
Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
77 km46 km24 km7.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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Glandass'Trail
Châtillon-en-Diois, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
70 km37 km19 km11 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | PolarNight Marathon | Tromsdalen, Troms, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 2027 | Sahara Marathon | Tinduf, Tindouf, DZ | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2027 - Aug 22, 2027 | Matterhorn Ultraks | Zermatt, Canton of Valais, CH | Trail Running | 49 km32 km26 km19 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Challenge Vallée de la Drôme | Crest, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 160 km85 km50 km39 km |
| Date to be announced | Lozère Trail | Chanac, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 110 km52 km27 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Raidlight Trail Festival | Sankt-Peter-Chartreuse, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 46 km33 km27 km24 km |
| Date to be announced | Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse | Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 77 km46 km24 km7.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Glandass'Trail | Châtillon-en-Diois, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 70 km37 km19 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | SkyRace des Matheysins | Saint-Honoré, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 43.5 km25 km18 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Kima Trophy |  Val Masino, Lombardy, IT | Trail Running | 52 km27.5 km14 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | Iwaki Sunshine Marathon |  Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, JP | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Northern Lights Ultra |  Fort McPherson, Nordwest-Territorien, CA | Road Running | 290 km42.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
High-alpine skyraces across steep ridges, rock sections, and summits with extreme elevation-to-distance ratios. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Skyrunning theme currently spans 18 public events and 93 individual competitions, including 5 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Skyraces and SkyMarathons combine relentless climbs with exposed ridgelines and technical descents. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 4 km to 290 km.
Rocky scrambles, steep snowfields, and exposed ridges require a steady head for heights and alpine agility. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +8,400 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Tromsdalen, Tinduf, Zermatt, and Crest. Notable events in this category include PolarNight Marathon, Sahara Marathon, and Matterhorn Ultraks. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Skyrunning events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
High-alpine skyraces across steep ridges, rock sections, and summits with extreme elevation-to-distance ratios. RunningCompass currently lists 18 events with 93 individual competitions under the Skyrunning theme. A total of 5 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Skyrunning races?
Skyraces and SkyMarathons combine relentless climbs with exposed ridgelines and technical descents. The 93 listed competitions span distances from 4 km to 290 km, led by Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Skyrunning?
Rocky scrambles, steep snowfields, and exposed ridges require a steady head for heights and alpine agility. Races in this theme reach up to +8,400 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Skyrunning events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Tromsdalen, Tinduf, Zermatt, and Crest. Notable events in this category include PolarNight Marathon, Sahara Marathon, and Matterhorn Ultraks. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 18 events by country, region, month, and distance.